Billet Dash Question - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

stickshift_or_walk · 08-05-2004, 05:44 PM

I've seen lots of pics of billet aluminum dashes and glovebox doors. Are those things just stick-on / screw-on covers, or do they replace the factory pieces, and have mounting hardware for the gauges?

Any versions you can recommend, or that I should stay away from?

Thanks...SSOW

68c10owner · 08-05-2004, 05:53 PM

i`m going to use the set from no limit. they are the same ones they used on copperhead from the trucks show. they replace the original dash and are set up for custom gauges. don`t know what ones to stay away from but i`m sure someone here does.

Mixup · 08-05-2004, 06:05 PM

There are both kinds around. The kind that just go over the stock dash- glovebox and the complete billet dash like Javy sells. As far as I know he is the only one that makes a billet glovebox door and on his last ebay sale he was asked if he had any. He said no and it sounded like he wasn't going to make anymore gloveboxes. I have the stick-on billet dash pieces and I don't like them. I just bought the complete billet dash on sale at Brothers for $190.

Bowtie67 · 08-05-2004, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Mixup

There are both kinds around. The kind that just go over the stock dash- glovebox and the complete billet dash like Javy sells. As far as I know he is the only one that makes a billet glovebox door and on his last ebay sale he was asked if he had any. He said no and it sounded like he wasn't going to make anymore gloveboxes. I have the stick-on billet dash pieces and I don't like them. I just bought the complete billet dash on sale at Brothers for $190.

Here is Javys Web Sight, you can get his phone number right off of it. I purchased the Glove box and Dash, All fit really Well.

http://www.jjengineering.us/products/products.htm

If you want to see a pick there is some here of it in mine.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=garage+today

bouncytruck · 08-05-2004, 06:27 PM

There is a board member that makes very nice billet dash bezels. I have heard the NoLimit ones require some cutting to the dash and his don't. I think his name is Javier? Do a search. I think he also made matching glove box doors.

I have one that just screws on to the front of the stock bezel. You have to grind down the raised areas that say "lights" and "wipers". The fit is ok. I got it off e-bay and it looks like the same one's listed in LMC. I don't have a glove box door piece.

stickshift_or_walk · 08-05-2004, 06:46 PM

That helps. So there are billet covers for the plastic dash bezels available, but no word on a glovebox door cover.

Now, about the billet dashes that replace the factory plastic bezels - do they require aftermarket gauges, or will any of them accept stock gauge assemblies?

Thanks...SSOW

68c10owner · 08-05-2004, 07:08 PM

the no limit one does require some trimming but it`s not much and they sell a matching glove box door too. they are $180 a piece without gauges. i don`t know if stock gauges will work with them or not.

*FormerMember* · 08-05-2004, 07:18 PM

got a link for the No Limits schtuff?

Inspector722 · 08-05-2004, 07:19 PM

I have a few of the Polished Aluminum Dash pieces for the 67-72 Chevy truck. I am going to post a thread on the parts board. They cover the dash, ashtray, and glove box door(2 styles for glove box).

stelth2002 · 08-05-2004, 07:32 PM

Inspector, could you send me the pics of the alum dash pieces that you have. metalmile@gmail.com Thanks

stickshift_or_walk · 08-05-2004, 08:47 PM

Inspector,

Those are pretty sharp. For other's convenience, here is his thread:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=114559

Problem is, I've got no gauge package, so only holes for three big gauges, blinkers, and headlight - wiper switches.

Anyone seen covers for that dash?

SSOW

68on22s · 08-05-2004, 09:18 PM

who sells the glove box door covers that have them cut outs like the link from the factory.

gr8scott51 · 08-05-2004, 09:43 PM

Here's my billet dash from Boese Engineering with Dolphin gages. No, you can't use your stock gages. Yes, you have to trim the 'ears' that support the light and wiper switch to use my bezel. I heard that Javier's didn't require this because his is 5/8" thick. Mine is 3/8" thick. Total price including gages is going to be around $500 depending on your choice of gages. Don't forget to get the correct sending units for your new gages.

Bowtie67 · 08-06-2004, 07:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68on22s

who sells the glove box door covers that have them cut outs like the link from the factory.

Are you talking about this.

http://www.jjengineering.us/products/6772gb/6772gb.htm

Inspector722 · 08-06-2004, 08:20 AM

I will take $160 for all three plus shipping.
They are polished like a mirror. The rough surface that you see is just the plastic cover on the package.
Thanks, Stephen

08-05-2004, 05:44 PM	#1
stickshift_or_walk Left Foot Functioning Join Date: May 2004 Location: Duncan, OK Posts: 350	Billet Dash Question I've seen lots of pics of billet aluminum dashes and glovebox doors. Are those things just stick-on / screw-on covers, or do they replace the factory pieces, and have mounting hardware for the gauges? Any versions you can recommend, or that I should stay away from? Thanks...SSOW __________________ 69 C10 (#1 son's ride) 72 C20 (Dad's farm truck) 82 K30 (Ex - brush pumper project) Last edited by stickshift_or_walk; 08-05-2004 at 05:45 PM. Reason: just tweaked for recommendations

08-05-2004, 05:53 PM	#2
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,005	i`m going to use the set from no limit. they are the same ones they used on copperhead from the trucks show. they replace the original dash and are set up for custom gauges. don`t know what ones to stay away from but i`m sure someone here does. __________________ Anthony

08-05-2004, 06:05 PM	#3
Mixup Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 358	billet dash There are both kinds around. The kind that just go over the stock dash- glovebox and the complete billet dash like Javy sells. As far as I know he is the only one that makes a billet glovebox door and on his last ebay sale he was asked if he had any. He said no and it sounded like he wasn't going to make anymore gloveboxes. I have the stick-on billet dash pieces and I don't like them. I just bought the complete billet dash on sale at Brothers for $190. __________________ 1980 Chevy Shortbed Pickup 1969 Z28 engine Turbo 350

08-05-2004, 06:27 PM	#5
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	There is a board member that makes very nice billet dash bezels. I have heard the NoLimit ones require some cutting to the dash and his don't. I think his name is Javier? Do a search. I think he also made matching glove box doors. I have one that just screws on to the front of the stock bezel. You have to grind down the raised areas that say "lights" and "wipers". The fit is ok. I got it off e-bay and it looks like the same one's listed in LMC. I don't have a glove box door piece. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

08-05-2004, 06:46 PM	#6
stickshift_or_walk Left Foot Functioning Join Date: May 2004 Location: Duncan, OK Posts: 350	Hmmm... That helps. So there are billet covers for the plastic dash bezels available, but no word on a glovebox door cover. Now, about the billet dashes that replace the factory plastic bezels - do they require aftermarket gauges, or will any of them accept stock gauge assemblies? Thanks...SSOW __________________ 69 C10 (#1 son's ride) 72 C20 (Dad's farm truck) 82 K30 (Ex - brush pumper project)

08-05-2004, 07:08 PM	#7
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,005	the no limit one does require some trimming but it`s not much and they sell a matching glove box door too. they are $180 a piece without gauges. i don`t know if stock gauges will work with them or not. __________________ Anthony

08-05-2004, 07:18 PM	#8
FormerMember Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 3,051	got a link for the No Limits schtuff?

08-05-2004, 07:19 PM	#9
Inspector722 Fixing my 67, & loving it Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Bridge City, Texas Posts: 524	I have a few of the Polished Aluminum Dash pieces for the 67-72 Chevy truck. I am going to post a thread on the parts board. They cover the dash, ashtray, and glove box door(2 styles for glove box).

08-05-2004, 07:32 PM	#10
stelth2002 Young Gun wth Fast Inline Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Idaho Posts: 1,475	Inspector, could you send me the pics of the alum dash pieces that you have. metalmile@gmail.com Thanks __________________ 1967 Chevrolet LWB with built 292! 415 ft. lbs of torque, 4 speed :O with 27% overdrive too, 3.73 Posi. Frame and body done... getting painted!!!

08-05-2004, 08:47 PM	#11
stickshift_or_walk Left Foot Functioning Join Date: May 2004 Location: Duncan, OK Posts: 350	Inspector, Those are pretty sharp. For other's convenience, here is his thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php3?t=114559 Problem is, I've got no gauge package, so only holes for three big gauges, blinkers, and headlight - wiper switches. Anyone seen covers for that dash? SSOW __________________ 69 C10 (#1 son's ride) 72 C20 (Dad's farm truck) 82 K30 (Ex - brush pumper project)

08-05-2004, 09:18 PM	#12
68on22s 68 in progress Join Date: May 2004 Location: hamilton ohio Posts: 50	who sells the glove box door covers that have them cut outs like the link from the factory.

08-05-2004, 09:43 PM	#13
gr8scott51 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 1,839	Here's my billet dash from Boese Engineering with Dolphin gages. No, you can't use your stock gages. Yes, you have to trim the 'ears' that support the light and wiper switch to use my bezel. I heard that Javier's didn't require this because his is 5/8" thick. Mine is 3/8" thick. Total price including gages is going to be around $500 depending on your choice of gages. Don't forget to get the correct sending units for your new gages. Attached Images __________________ Silence is golden, duct tape is silver. - Scott

08-06-2004, 08:20 AM	#15
Inspector722 Fixing my 67, & loving it Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Bridge City, Texas Posts: 524	Package deal for board members I will take $160 for all three plus shipping. They are polished like a mirror. The rough surface that you see is just the plastic cover on the package. Thanks, Stephen Attached Images Last edited by Inspector722; 08-06-2004 at 08:28 AM.

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